The Southern Adventist community was deeply saddened last week by the news that one
of our own, student Kirsten Wolcott, died on November 18 while serving as a student
missionary in Yap, Micronesia.

The university family mourns her loss and remembers her family, friends, and the
students and families of Yap in prayer. You are invited to read the full story and post a message on her memorial page.

Thank You for Giving to Help Students Like Manuela

"Scholarships are a great resource to have, especially for those of us who really depend on them!"
says Manuela Asaftei.

Originally from Romania, Manuela is a senior at Southern this year. Through Southern,
she traveled as a student missionary to Chuuk, Micronesia where she served as a teacher
to 30 children. The 10 months that she spent there humbled her and allowed her to
make her mark while building life-long connection.

Manuela was uncertain whether she would be able to return to school because of limited
funds, but through hard work and the kindness of others she will be able to complete
her Bachelor in Public Relations.

You are invited to read more about Manuela and other students and give today to help students like Manuela reach their dreams.

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Eighth Annual Benefactors' Brunch

A record 275 people attended the Eighth Annual Benefactors' Brunch on Sunday morning,
November 1 in the dining hall. This yearly event brings donors, students, department
deans and chairs as well as administrators together to say "thank you" to those who
help to make an affordable education at Southern Adventist University possible.

Telling stories of how a difference is being made is one of the top priorities in
the Advancement Office, which coordinates the brunch. Many students who receive funds
from named scholarships are able to connect and personally thank the individuals or family members who established
the fund that is meeting a felt need in their lives.

This year, for the first time, portrait photographs were taken of donors with the
students they helped this academic year. In this picture we see David and Carol Cotton
(on the left) and a recipient of their scholarship.

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Homecoming 2009

Our thanks to hundreds of Southern alumni and friends who participated in Homecoming
Weekend 2009. It was great to see so many of you again!

"Attendance was up considerably this year and people seemed to really enjoy the variety
of activities scheduled during the four-day reunion," said Evonne Crook, director
of alumni relations.

Some highlights included: the All-Steinway Designation celebrations, Die Meistersinger
Reunion Concert, and the alumni/staff/student talent show. Photos from the weekend
are being posted throughout the next couple of weeks to the Group Photos section on
the alumni website at www.southern.edu/alumni. Watch for a special Homecoming Weekend photo spread to be featured in the next
issue of Columns magazine.

Plan now to attend Homecoming 2010, scheduled for Oct. 28-30. Honor classes will
include 1940, '50, '60, '65, '70, '80, '85, '90, and 2000. Highlights will include
the 40th Anniversary Celebration of McKee Library and the opening of Florida Hospital
Hall nursing building.

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Quick Notes comes from Southern Adventist University Advancement, edited by Brian Gonzalez and
Andrea Taylor. Brian is a senior, majoring in graphic design and vocal performance,
and Andrea is a sophomore, majoring in mass communications.